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Minister Fast Promotes Canada’s Solid Economic Performance to Global Business Leaders in London

The following is excerpted from an 8 August 2012 news release by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada.

The Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, has concluded a four-day trade and investment visit to London, where he promoted Canada’s strong economic fundamentals and world-leading investment advantages. 

“Our government’s top priority is the economy, and deepening Canada’s trade ties around the world and attracting new investment to our country plays an important role in creating jobs and keeping the economy strong,’’ said Minister Fast at an investor conference organized in partnership with the Financial Times of London. “With our low taxes, strong, stable economy, generous research and development incentives, educated workforce and outstanding quality of life, Canada continues to be a great business partner for entrepreneurs and an investment destination of choice for global investors.”

This release is available in its entirety at:
http://www.international.gc.ca/media_commerce/comm/news-communiques/2012/08/08a.aspx?view=d

Topic(s)

Trade Agreements

Information source

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
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